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Knautia macedonica ‘Thunder and Lightning’


Scabious

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.299.170


A terrific long-blooming perennial for any well-drained sunny area. This new variegated selection forms a low mound of light green leaves outlined in creamy-white. Tall and branching, wiry stems bear loads of small, reddish-purple pincushion flowers throughout the early summer and into the fall. Compact like K. ‘Mars Midget’. Great in containers and tubs. Attractive to butterflies. Though sometimes said to be short lived, if the plants have excellent drainage in winter they will live for many years. Self-sown seedlings often appear and can be easily moved to a new location while still small. USPP#21437: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Further details for
Knautia macedonica ‘Thunder and Lightning’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Soil Type
Soil pH
Soil Moisture
Care Level
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Flower Head Size
Height
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Spread
   40-50 cm
   16-20 inches
Foot Traffic
  

Growth Rate
  
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.












Knautia macedonica ‘Thunder and Lightning’


Scabious

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.299.170


A terrific long-blooming perennial for any well-drained sunny area. This new variegated selection forms a low mound of light green leaves outlined in creamy-white. Tall and branching, wiry stems bear loads of small, reddish-purple pincushion flowers throughout the early summer and into the fall. Compact like K. ‘Mars Midget’. Great in containers and tubs. Attractive to butterflies. Though sometimes said to be short lived, if the plants have excellent drainage in winter they will live for many years. Self-sown seedlings often appear and can be easily moved to a new location while still small. USPP#21437: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Further details for
Knautia macedonica ‘Thunder and Lightning’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Soil Type
Soil pH
Soil Moisture
Care Level
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Flower Head Size
Height
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Spread
   40-50 cm
   16-20 inches
Foot Traffic
  

Growth Rate
  
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.